Serving 318 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Miller Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Miller Elementary School serves the southeast part of Salem, OR, encompassing an area of approximately 18.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Miller Elementary School's student population of 318 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
318 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
Miller Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Miller Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#753 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
45%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
7%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)66%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Purple, & Teal
School Mascot
Mammoths
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miller Elementary School's ranking?
Miller Elementary School is ranked #753 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Miller Elementary School?
318 students attend Miller Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Miller Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Miller Elementary School?
Miller Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Miller Elementary School offer ?
Miller Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Miller Elementary School part of?
Miller Elementary School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Miller Elementary School located?
Miller Elementary School is located in the Southeast Mill Creek neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Southeast Mill Creek.
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